Paint Scratches
jmnmaui
04-23-2002, 12:11 PM
Hey peoples, can any of you suggest a good scratch remover for minor paint scratches. My GXE needs some paint refurbishment.
lata,
Jmnmaui
lata,
Jmnmaui
cossie
04-27-2002, 02:28 AM
Yup.
Try not to use any compounds as they are a last resort. The secret is to use some Crest regular tooth past. It is a mild abrasive with no petroleum distilants (otherwise I guess it would not be toothpaste). Next step is to use a citrus based auto paint cleanser like Pinnacle to make the paint smoother. Finally, wax it with any good wax and you should be very happy with the outcome. Mind you, if the scratches are very deep then it's time for paint. If you are up for it, you can touch it up yourself. Let it dry for about a week and then follow the above polishing procedure. This has worked very well for me in the past. Take your time and only do it by hand. Good luck bloke.
Cossie
Try not to use any compounds as they are a last resort. The secret is to use some Crest regular tooth past. It is a mild abrasive with no petroleum distilants (otherwise I guess it would not be toothpaste). Next step is to use a citrus based auto paint cleanser like Pinnacle to make the paint smoother. Finally, wax it with any good wax and you should be very happy with the outcome. Mind you, if the scratches are very deep then it's time for paint. If you are up for it, you can touch it up yourself. Let it dry for about a week and then follow the above polishing procedure. This has worked very well for me in the past. Take your time and only do it by hand. Good luck bloke.
Cossie
jmnmaui
04-27-2002, 01:21 PM
Hey thanks for the advice, I'll give it a shot
jmnmaui
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